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Palliative Care: Improving Nursing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors .
Karen Harden1, Deborah Price1, Elizabeth Duffy1
1University of Michigan.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|September 26, 2017
Summary
Oncology nurses showed improved knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding palliative care after an educational program. This led to more frequent and meaningful conversations with patients and families about palliative and end-of-life care.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Palliative Care
- Oncology Nursing
Background:
- Oncology nurses play a crucial role throughout a cancer patient's journey.
- Early and frequent patient education on palliative care is vital.
- Healthcare providers often lack the confidence and knowledge for palliative care discussions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To enhance oncology nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors concerning palliative care through a dedicated education program.
- To increase the frequency of palliative care conversations between nurses and patients/families.
Main Methods:
- A pre-/post-test design was employed to evaluate changes.
- An established palliative care nursing education curriculum was implemented.
- A four-hour class covered palliative care definition, pain/symptom management, and communication strategies.
Main Results:
- Statistically significant improvements were observed in nurses' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors post-intervention.
- A significant increase in palliative care and end-of-life care conversations with patients and caregivers was noted.
Conclusions:
- The palliative care nursing education program effectively improved nurses' competence and confidence.
- Enhanced nurse education can lead to better integration of palliative care discussions into oncology practice.
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